Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate was announced in May 2021, but since then there has been notable silence regarding its development. However, the series creator, Yuji Horii, assures that the team is working hard to move this important project forward. In a recent conversation with Gamereactor, Horii emphasized his commitment to the title, although he could not provide specific details. I am doing this and putting a lot of effort into it, he commented, urging fans to stay expectant.
A long wait that we hope will be worth it
One of the most interesting rumors emerging from Horii’s speech is the possible compatibility of Dragon Quest 12 with the upcoming console, the Switch 2, although he did not directly refer to this title. Considering the success of Dragon Quest 11 S and the remake of Dragon Quest 3 on the current platform, it is reasonable to assume that the latest installment will also find its way to Nintendo’s new console.
This will be the first game in the saga without the participation of the iconic composer Koichi Sugiyama and the main artist Akira Toriyama, both of whom recently passed away. This raises questions about the artistic and musical direction of the game, as well as the influence that their legacy will have on this upcoming installment. Square Enix has stated that Dragon Quest 12 is designed to shape the series for the next 20 years, which enhances its importance within the company’s catalog.
Fans are hopeful that Dragon Quest 12 will be released before Dragon Quest 11 turns 10 in 2027. Despite the lack of recent information, the franchise continues to generate excitement, which is complemented by the news that, after a long time without updates, has been seen in Kingdom Hearts 4. Undoubtedly, the coming months will be crucial in determining the future of this iconic JRPG saga.